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Juncus patens 'Carman's Gray' - Carman's Gray Spreading Rush

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Juncus patens 'Carman's Gray' is an esteemed perennial grass, renowned for its rigid, cylindrical grey-green foliage that crafts an unmissable aesthetic texture in the landscape. Bask in the architectural allure of this Californian native, which tends to grow up to two feet in height and width, forming dense, spiky clumps that serve as a flawless addition to water gardens, bogged areas, and even standalone containers. From late spring to late summer, delight in small clusters of brown flowers that this hardy grass proudly exhibits. You can count on Juncus patens 'Carman's Gray' to be a reliable player in your garden, given its resilience to deer and known tolerance to various temperatures and conditions, from hot and dry spells to waterlogged soils. Whether nestled in spaces bathed in full sun or those enjoying partial shade, this versatile grass persistently flaunts its evergreen charm. As an additional boon, it stands as a noble candidate for erosion control, effectively anchoring tricky garden situations with style.

  • Size: Up to 2 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Small clusters of brown flowers (late spring to late summer)
  • Foliage: Grey-green cylindrical leaves
  • Water usage: High (tolerant of wet conditions)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Additional features: Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, suitable for erosion control
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